7 Layer Bars

Ingredients

• 1.5 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cup salted butter (melted)
• 14 oz sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
• 1 cup butterscotch chips
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1.333 cup flaked coconut
• 1 cup pecans (chopped)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray, then line it with parchment paper, leaving enough paper over the edges to lift out the finished bars.

2. 2

   Combine the graham cracker crumbs with the melted salted butter, mixing until evenly moistened and resembling wet sand.

3. 3

   Transfer the crumb mixture to the prepared pan and press it firmly and evenly across the bottom to form the crust.

4. 4

   Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the crust, covering the entire surface.

5. 5

   Scatter the butterscotch chips evenly over the condensed milk.

6. 6

   Layer the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the butterscotch chips.

7. 7

   Add the flaked coconut, followed by the chopped pecans, keeping the layers in that order. Spread everything evenly and press down gently with a fork so the layers adhere.

8. 8

   Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and fragrant.

9. 9

   While the bars are still warm, loosen the edges from the pan with a knife. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and allow the bars to cool completely.

10. 10

    Use a sharp knife to cut the cooled bars into 24 squares.

Notes

Serve at room temperature. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days; place parchment between bars if stacking. To refresh the gooey texture, microwave briefly for about 10 seconds. The bars can also be frozen whole or pre-cut on a parchment-lined tray, then thawed at room temperature. For gluten-free bars, use gluten-free graham crackers. Pecans may be omitted or replaced with sunflower seeds; dairy-free adaptations require vegan butter, dairy-free chocolate chips, and a suitable dairy-free condensed milk.

Nutrition per serving

• dessert
• bars
• baked
• American
• vegetarian
• make-ahead
• potluck
• gluten-free option